Job Type
Full-time

Description
South Hills Interfaith Movement’s (SHIM) mission is to mobilize community resources and implement sustainable programs that compassionately help neighbors meet basic needs, achieve self-sufficiency, and build community. SHIM provides food, clothing, financial aid, education, family support, and a host of other services to 8,000 people in need in Pittsburgh’s southern suburban neighborhoods. In response to the unique challenges faced by the local refugee and immigrant population, SHIM operates programming designed to support children and families in this demographic.

The Family Development Specialist (FDS) is responsible for providing direct service to families who have children ages 0 – 5. In this exempt role, The FDS will help families in dealing with difficult life events and setting personal goals. Direct service provided by the FDS will include home-visits, goal planning, advocacy and referral to link the family with any outside services. The individual will keep accurate notes and files on each family, demonstrate a practical knowledge of child development and understand that relationship building is the key to successful progress.

Essential Functions:

• Develops trusting relationships with parents and their children to provide advocacy, support, and coordinated services linked with the South Hills Family Center.
• Using an evidence-based curriculum, conducts home visits twice a month to increase family’s understanding of child development and parenting skills through activities, goal plans and screenings.
• Facilitates curriculum-based parenting classes and parent-child interaction groups.
• Provides advocacy and referral for services such as, but not limited to, early intervention, education, housing, prenatal care, health / mental health, public benefits, and employment.
• Maintains records and files on each family.
• Utilizes interpretation/translation services as necessary to maintain accurate communication with families.
• Participates in recruitment activities as needed in order to maintain a caseload of 15-20 families.
• Participates in special events, holiday celebrations and field trips to interact with families and build trusting relationships.
• Assists with other programs at the center as the need arises to provide services to families, i.e. Back To School, Family Fun Night, etc.
• Participates in bi-weekly supervision with the Director, staff meetings and professional development trainings and conferences.
• Manage referrals from the Department of Human Services and other agencies.
• Assist with Hello Baby program as needed.
• Other tasks as assigned by management.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Understand family support and the family support principles
• Sensitivity to work with a multi-cultural community
• Knowledge of social service systems in Allegheny County
• Understand that an FDS is a Mandated Reporter Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public and private agencies, colleagues, and participants
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
• Must possess initiative, productivity, creativity and problem solving skills
• Ability and willingness to work evening and occasional weekend hours
• Ability to work as a team member
• Knowledge of basic office computer software (Microsoft Office) and Internet

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of related full-time experience (8 years if part-time experience). An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Four years’ experience in Family Development or a related field

Supervisory Responsibility:

None

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

Requirements (SHIM will aid new employees in obtaining clearances):

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Fingerprint Clearance or Pennsylvania ACT153 Waiver
• Pennsylvania Criminal Clearance
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance
• Mandated Reporter Training
• NSOR – National Sex Offender Registry

Salary Description
40,000-45,000

Program Summary:

SHIM’s Youth Mentoring Program is designed to offer a safe multicultural space for adolescents, primarily from immigrant and refugee backgrounds, to build a community of peers and trusted adults, discover passions and skills, and grow social emotional and academic knowledge to become resilient and capable young adults. The program is a year-round program that runs continuously throughout the academic year into the summer. It currently operates Monday through Thursday from 3:30 to 8:00 pm and Fridays from 3:30 to 6:00 pm. During the hours of 3:30 to 5:30, 6th through 12th grade students engage in homework help during the school year and hangout time during the summer. Year-round, students participate in enriching group mentoring sessions from 6:00 to 8:00pm.

Job Summary:

The Program Driver is a part-time, full-year position. The Program Driver supports the program by providing safe and reliable transportation to students in grades 6-12. The Driver will conduct multiple routes during their shift to ensure all students get to and from the program safely. The Driver must be able to effectively navigate the South Hills while remaining calm, patient, and safe. The Program Driver is expected to be on site Monday through Friday from 3:00 pm to 6:15 pm.

Essential Functions:

· Safely transport students to and from the program using agency vehicles

· Coordinate daily driving routes with Youth Mentoring Manager

· Demonstrate positive interactions and behavior management with all children

· Build strong trusted relationships with students

· Work cooperatively with staff, volunteers, and students

· Work with the Family Center Driver to maintain the vehicles on a regular basis having the oil, fluids and tires checked. Ensure the vehicles are fueled, maintained, cleaned, and inspected.

· Follow safe driving instructions and practices at all times

· Support program supervision in off hours when not driving

· Communicate student needs (academic, behavioral, social-emotional, etc.) to Manager

· Attend staff meetings and professional development trainings, when needed

· Perform other responsibilities as requested by the Program Coordinator

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
· Knowledge of safety regulations and practices while driving

· Ability to work under pressure while maintaining a positive, calm attitude

· Demonstrated ability and comfort operating large vehicles

· Sensitivity and awareness of working with a multi-cultural community

· Ability to positively guide and direct students

· Strong interpersonal, organizational, and verbal communication skills

· Ability to work as a team member and to be highly flexible

· Ability and willingness to work evening and occasional weekend hours

Education and Experience:
· Valid PA driver’s license and clean driving record required

· Relevant experience or education within youth development, education, social emotional support, and transportation will be considered

Physical Requirements:

· Must be able to sit for long periods of time

· Ability to drive and operate a large vehicle

Supervisory Responsibility:

None

· Act 33/34, NSOR, and FBI clearances

· Completed Mandated Reporter Training and agreement to comply as a Mandated Reporter

Program Summary:

SHIM’s After School Program is designed to grow social emotional and academic skills among elementary-aged students through homework support and comprehension, fostering positive relationships and building a sense of belonging in a safe, and respectful multicultural space. The After School program runs during the academic year from September 28th to May 20th. The program operates Monday through Thursday from 3:30 to 6:15 pm. 1st through 5th grade students receive snack and assistance with homework from 3:30 to 5:00 pm and participate in enrichment activities from 5:00 to 6:15 pm.

Job Summary:

The After School Aide is a seasonal part-time position available for the duration of the After School program (September through May). The After School Aide helps the After School Teacher to strengthen academic, physical, and social skills by providing academic support, enriching programming, and fostering relationships.

The After School Aide works with the Teacher to support the daily functions of the classroom and provide a safe and educational environment for all students. After School staff are expected to be on site Monday through Thursday from 3:15 to 6:45pm.

This is a seasonal program starting 9/28 but would be ready to onboard in early September for training and orientation (desired start date would be 9/16).

Essential Functions:

· Support students with daily homework help for assigned class

· Support the After School Teacher in implementing the daily enrichment and centers activities.

· Maintain a neat and organized learning environment

· Participate in the arrival and dismissal procedures at the beginning and end of after school day

· Supervise activities to ensure safety at all times and follow appropriate safety plans

· Work cooperatively with Manager, Teachers, other Aides and volunteers

· Establish positive and trusted relationships with students and their families

· Participate in staff meetings and trainings

· Maintain all supplies, equipment and materials; inform the After School Manager when supplies are needed

· Maintain a clean environment and partake in shared cleaning and set up responsibilities

· Other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
· Ability to work under pressure while maintaining a positive, calm attitude

· Demonstrated ability working with children, youth, or community development

· Ability positively guide and direct students through positive role modeling

· Sensitivity to work with a multi-cultural community

· Strong interpersonal, organizational, and verbal communication skills

· Must possess initiative, creativity and problem-solving skills

· Ability to work as a team member and to be highly flexible

· Ability and willingness to work afternoon and evening hours and occasional Friday hours

· Familiarity with academic content for elementary aged students preferred

Education and Experience:
· Relevant experience or education within youth development, education, social emotional support, and program management will be considered

Supervisory Responsibility:

None

Physical Requirements:
· Ability to reasonably engage in play with students

Requirements:

· Act 33/34, NSOR, and FBI clearances

· CPR & first-aid certified

· Completed Mandated Reporter Training and agreement to comply as a Mandated Reporter

Salary Description
$16/hour – up to 14 hours/week (M-Th)